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Lori Palatnik is a writer and Jewish educator who has appeared on television and radio. She is the Founding Director of The Jewish Women's Renaissance Project, an international initiative that brings thousands of women to Israel each year from 18 different countries on highly subsidized programs to inspire them with the beauty and wisdom of their heritage (www.jwrp.org). She is a much sought-after international speaker, having lectured in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, U.K., Central America, South America, South Africa and Israel, including featured talks at Yale, Brown and Penn. She lives in the Washington, D.C. area with her husband, Rabbi Yaakov Palatnik, and is the busy mother of five children, ages 25 to 15.

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Visitor Comments: 24

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Shirley Derdiger,
July 5, 2011 10:22 PM

bubnzayd@aol.com

when my grandson (in California) was about 4, he was in day care, and he came home crying one day telling my daughter that everyone in his class had a grandma & grandpa & he didn't. She told him, of course you do, bubbe & zayde. He was so surprised & relieved. He's now 21.

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Avigail,
September 17, 2010 8:06 PM

i live in edmonton and was very inspired when you came in before rosh hashana and told us your story about your kidney so i wanted to see one of your videos thank you

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anonymous,
January 19, 2007 2:53 PM

brother and sister

we are the brother and sister who teased malkie after this happened. but we learned a lot from this story. thank you so much ima.we love you malkie!

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Anonymous,
January 19, 2007 1:54 PM

An inspirational tale

i am constantly seeking a message that can inspire me and help me understand certain things that do not alway s have a very clear explanation. this story has an amazing message and i believe that it is a great mashal that many people could gain so much from. thank you for the inspiration!

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Anonymous,
January 18, 2007 4:51 PM

loving message

another beautiful message of heaven brought down to earth.

our Father's presence in our lives and his eternal care for us.

Amen!

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Anonymous,
January 18, 2007 12:58 PM

Responce to What If

There are times when G-d appears to be silent because either we aren't listening,or because G-d, out of his love for us, is testing our heart. I've experienced this and so did King David, as well as many others. I will pray that G-d will allow you break through and sense his presence once again. G-d really is our Abba and his greatest desire is to have communion with his children.

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Connie Kamerow,
January 17, 2007 7:43 PM

So Profound and Beautiful

This came at me with such an impact. So beautifully expressed and meaningful. It's cold outside but warm in my heart after hearing Lori's message. Todah Rabbah

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Anonymous,
January 17, 2007 12:39 PM

What if

What if our father doesn't hear our cry for help? should we just let it go as this may be his will? I'm crying out for help for the past weeks and so far he hasn't heard me - can you join me in my prayers?

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John,
January 17, 2007 8:21 AM

Haha

B"H

I Like it, like it, like it! :D

When I listened, I laughed, it's a funny ,,story,, aswell!

ByeBye's !!

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Anonymous,
January 17, 2007 3:33 AM

Lori Palatnik is terrific. Her blog is great and we look forward to seeing her again! She is full of insight and wisdom

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Rebecca Dorfman,
January 16, 2007 8:28 PM

This is GREAT!!

Lori - you have a gift for seeing everyday experiences as an opportunity to connect with G-d. It is a good reminder to look for the same in my life, every day. I hope to see more video clips soon!!

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Anonymous,
January 16, 2007 5:03 PM

Wow

Thank you for a beautiful meaningful video clip, which I viewed at the time in my life when I really needed that inspiration - it so often seems to happen that I hear just what I need to at just the right time, a special message from my 'Father in heaven'! Many Thank

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Ginger Pinchot,
January 15, 2007 6:01 PM

inspiration in a minute

Lori is able to inspire and inform in a matter of minutes. The video is a little nugget that I can tuck into my psyche and easily pull out when needed. Thanks, Lori.

Lori, Very Aish, very cute, I like it very much. I guess I better go daven now :)

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Anonymous,
January 15, 2007 8:40 AM

such beautiful words

Lori's stories always make me think. She touches on subjects that are very close to home and ones that I can relate so easily to. She inspires me to be a better and more religious jewish person.

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Ilana Ratner,
January 15, 2007 7:25 AM

Lori inspires me

Lori is so inspiring. I love learning with her!

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Anonymous,
January 15, 2007 7:17 AM

What a great way to start my day!

I really enjoyed this meaningful message. I always enjoy hearing Lori's thoughts. Often she puts words to the feelings which I feel but that I can not articulate. Thank you.

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Renee Krinsky,
January 15, 2007 3:00 AM

So Touching and Beautiful

Lori not only shared with us the beautiful innocence of her precious daughter Malkie, she also gave us such an awakening and comforting message of our relationship with Hashem. This video article so touched my soul. Thank you!

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Margot Heckman,
January 14, 2007 10:18 PM

Lori turns my thoughts on a wonderous path

A day is full of events, happenings that describe one's life, but it isn't until someone like Lori Palatnik articulates the true meanings of how we can live a spiritual life that we can truly learn a wonderful path.

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Elissa G,
January 14, 2007 8:22 PM

I was laughing and crying while watching this clip. I too have a daughter Malky, who has only a "Taty" and you brought back so many memories of Malky saying defiantly, I dont have a daddy or a father, My Taty makes kiddush!! Very good message.

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Mary Lockshin,
January 14, 2007 7:38 PM

The video story "Where is my father?" was so beautiful in its simplicity and truth. G-d is love and it is very comforting to remember that! Thank you!

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Anonymous,
January 14, 2007 1:10 PM

Yay!!!!!

I was ecstatic to see that Mrs. Palatnik is now doing a weekly video blog. Kol Hakavod to her and to Aish.com.

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Jeff L.,
January 14, 2007 8:34 AM

So good to know G-d as my Father

Thank you so much for this message that helps me see G-d as my Father. How can I download the flash file like I do the One-Minute movies?